Katy Perry films new music video amid struggles with comeback single

Katy Perry was spotted filming a new music video in Barcelona, Spain, following the disappointing performance of her comeback single "Woman's World." The 39-year-old singer donned a revealing black cut-out bodysuit and metal chastity belt, paired with knee-high snakeskin boots, for a raunchy scene with shirtless model and stuntman Oscar Dorta. The pair shared a passionate kiss in front of a CGI blue screen, with dramatic fans blowing Perry's long dark hair.

Perry, who has a three-year-old daughter named Daisy with fiancé Orlando Bloom, is reportedly "freaking out" over the lackluster reception of "Woman's World." Insiders claim she is pointing fingers at her team, demanding they "go back to the drawing board" to save her forthcoming seventh studio album, "143." The single, released on July 11, has been criticized as unoriginal and formulaic, and the accompanying video has faced backlash for its sexualized nature and Perry’s collaboration with controversial music producer Dr. Luke.

A source told DailyMail.com, "Katy is freaking out right now because she is very aware of the feedback that 'Woman’s World' is getting. She is pointing the fingers at everyone but herself, but it is her own fault." The insider added that reconnecting with Dr. Luke, who faced accusations of abuse from Kesha, was a significant risk. Despite settling with Kesha in 2023, Dr. Luke remains a contentious figure in the music industry.

Fans have expressed disdain for Perry’s decision to work with Dr. Luke, with some suggesting she was contractually obligated. However, Perry confirmed in 2018 that she had no ongoing contractual relationship with the producer. The single was co-written by Dr. Luke, Aaron Joseph, Vaughn Oliver, and Rocco Did It Again!, with Perry and Chloe Angelides being the only female contributors.

Critics argue that Perry’s choice of collaborators undermines the song's message of female empowerment. "You don’t make a song about female empowerment with basically all men," the source said, adding, "Katy cannot identify with other women because she lives in her celebrity bubble."